Mechanical Design Drafter

Accelera; Forest City (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera Staffing is seeking a Mechanical Design Drafter to bridge conceptual engineering and production by turning field measurements into precise fabrication drawings. You will support industrial projects using CAD software and collaborate with production teams to ensure high-quality output.

Responsibilities include drafting detailed fabrication and machining drawings, taking field measurements, preparing bills of materials, and assisting with material nesting and workflow improvements.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD software and drafting standards.
• Experience creating fabrication and machining drawings.
• Ability to take precise field measurements.
• Familiarity with safety and quality standards.
• Strong teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop fabrication and machining drawings for equipment and components.
• Take accurate field measurements to inform designs.
• Create bills of materials and coordinate part nesting.
• Collaborate with engineers and fabrication teams to improve workflows.
• Operate cutting equipment (plasma table, waterjet) to assist fabrication.
• Translate technical requirements into actionable design solutions.

Skills

CAD software

Mechanical aptitude

Technical drawing

Precise measurements

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

As a Mechanical Design Drafter, you will bridge the gap between conceptual engineering and physical production by transforming field measurements into precise fabrication and machining blueprints. You will play a vital role in supporting complex industrial projects by utilizing advanced CAD software and collaborating with production teams to ensure high-quality output.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Design Drafter, you will bridge the gap between conceptual engineering and physical production by transforming field measurements into precise fabrication and machining blueprints. You will play a vital role in supporting complex industrial projects by utilizing advanced CAD software and collaborating with production teams to ensure high-quality output.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed fabrication and machining drawings for custom equipment and heavy-duty components.
• Perform accurate field measurements of existing machinery to inform design documentation.
• Generate comprehensive bills of materials and coordinate part nesting for efficient material cutting.
• Collaborate with engineers and fabrication teams to streamline production workflows and support continuous improvement.
• Operate and maintain specialized cutting equipment, including plasma tables and waterjets, to assist in custom fabrication.
• Translate technical requirements into actionable design solutions that meet rigorous project specifications.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Autodesk Inventor.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a focus on engineering and fabrication principles.
• Demonstrated ability to create detailed technical drawings and take precise measurements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Effective communication skills to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in industrial manufacturing, machining, or custom fabrication environments.
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and reporting.
• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and advanced design simulation.
• Hands-on experience with CNC programming, plasma cutting, or arc welding machinery.